Melanie Oei, Chair of the Ascend Northern California Community Service, declared: "Ascend was in the top 5 of volunteer sources in the entire County of San Mateo" She added: "We taught 491 students practical skills in economics and trade. Most of the students represented minority ethnic heritages of Afro-Americans, Hispanics, and Filipinos."

Thanks to all the volunteers who contributed their time and expertise. We are aiming for #1 next year!!